Research the effects of social media on a specific age group and write 3-5 pages

Research the effects of social media on a specific age group and write 3-5 pages in which you make a recommendation for future research on the topic. Use a minimum of four resources, with two resources being more scholarly.
Introduction
Few would dispute the fact that the Internet has had a significant effect on interpersonal communication and relationships. The big question often investigated with scientific inquiry is, “Is this a good thing?”
In this assessment, you will consider the role played by social networking, microblogging, and online dating services in our lives. Some researchers, such as Joinson, McKenna, Postmes, & Reips (2009), have found that using technology to communicate also facilitates offline communication and even enhances our social and kinship connections. Others who compared users and nonusers of technology have found no significant differences between the two. Researchers have focused on how people protect their privacy (perceived and actual) in an online space, how trust levels impact disclosure in cyberspace, and even how one portrays his or her real (true) self online.
You will also consider the psychosocial impact of cyberbullying, thinking about questions such as how to measure cyberbullying, who are the perpetrators and victims of cyberbullying, and what are the consequences. Additionally, this assessment will have you explore what parents, schools, and others can do to curb or stop bullying, as well as whether they should do it.
The Assessment 4 Context document contains important information on the following topics related to the implications of social media:
Social relationships.
Cyberbullying.
Preparation
To prepare for this assessment, complete the following:
Choose a specific age group to research: children, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, or seniors.
Research the physical and psychosocial effects of social media for a specific age group.
Instructions
Then, use the APA Paper Template [DOCX] as you complete the following:
Critically review scholarly literature that examines the physical effects of social media for your chosen age group.
Critically review the scholarly literature that examines the psychosocial effects of social media for your chosen age group.
Critically review reliable media sources for information related to the use and effects of social media for your chosen age group.
Provide a rationale for a proposed research topic for the specific age group you selected while preparing for this assessment.
Note the following:
References must be mostly scholarly in nature. In other words, direct your research to professional psychology journals and texts, as well as current articles from the media (for example, articles from PewResearch, professional journals, and respected media).
The library guide for this course will help you locate appropriate sources.
Wikipedia is not a reliable source of information for this purpose but may be useful for background information. Do not cite Wikipedia.
Additional Requirements
Written communication: Ensure written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
Formatting: Format resources and citations according to current APA style and formatting guidelines. Use Microsoft Word.
Number of pages: 3–5 double-spaced pages, excluding the cover page and references.
Number of resources: Use a minimum of four resources, with two resources being more scholarly.
Font and font size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 3: Evaluate the physical and psychosocial impacts of cyberpsychology.
Evaluate the physical impact of social media use for a specific age group.
Evaluate the psychosocial impact of social media use for a specific age group.
Competency 5: Evaluate problems, conflicts, and unresolved issues in the study of cyberpsychology through critical thinking.
Examine how the chosen age group uses social media and compared to the norms of other age groups.
Examine reliable sources about the effects of social media for a particular age group.
Provide a rationale for proposed research for a specific age group.
Resources
Because this is a psychology course, you need to format this assessment according to APA guidelines.
American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
APA Paper Template [DOCX].
The resources provided here are optional. You may use other resources of your choice to prepare for this assessment; however, you will need to ensure that they are appropriate, credible, and valid. The Psychology Library Research Guide can help direct your research.
Refer to the following internal resource:
Assessment 4 Context.
Read the following from the Library:
Whitty, M. T. (2016). The study of individuals, society and digital technologies. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.
Individual chapters cover online relationships, online dating, online sexual activities, Internet infidelity, children’s and teens’ use of digital technologies, online education, leisure and entertainment, online gaming and gambling, online deception, online crimes: scams, fraud and illegal downloads, cyber harassment, hate crimes, cyberwarfare, child pornography and pedophilia, and online support and heath care.
The following categories provide samples of scholarly articles on use of technology for specific age groups. Select one age group for your assessment. You may use the articles provided, or you may prefer to search for other relevant research for the age group you select:
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media Across the Lifespan
LaMarre, A., & Rice, C. (2017). Hashtag recovery: #Eating disorder recovery on Instagram. Social Sciences, 6(3), 1–15.
Al-Eisa, E., Al-Rashud, A., Alghadir, A., Anser, S., Al-Herbi, B., Al-Sughaier, N,…Al-Muhaysin, H. A., (2016). Effect of motivation by “Instagram” on adherence to physical activity among female college students. BioMed Research International, 2016, 1–6.
Johns, D. J., Langley, T. E., & Lewis, S. (2017). Use of social media for the delivery of health promotion on smoking, nutrition, and physical activity: A systematic review. The Lancet, 390, S49.
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media on Children
Freeman, J. (2016). Possible effects of electronic social media on gifted and talented childrens’ intelligence and emotional development. Gifted Education International, 32(2), 165–172.
The Lancet. (2018). Children and social media. The Lancet, 391(10116), 95.
A brief editorial about risks and benefits of social media for children.
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media on Teens
Ahern, N. R., Sauer, P., & Thacker, P. (2015). Risky behaviors and social networking sites: How is YouTube influencing our youth? Journal of Psychosocial Nursing, 53(10), 25–29.
Argo, T., & Lowery, L. (2017). The effects of social media on adolescent health and well-being. Journal of Adolescent Health, 60(2), S75–S76.
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media on Young Adults
Galica, V. L., Vannucci, A., Flannery, K. M., & Ohannessian, C. M. (2017). Social media use and conduct problems in emerging adults. Cyberpsycholoy, Behavior, and Social Networking, 290(7), 448–452.
Shensa, A., Sidani, J. E., Lin, L. Y., Bowman, N. D., & Primack, B. A. (2016). Social media use and perceived emotional support among US young adults. Journal of Community Health, 41, 541–549.
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media on Middle Aged Adults
Ward, D. M., Dill-Shackleford, K. E., & Mazurak, M. O. (2018). Social media use and happiness in adults with autism spectrum disorder. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, & Social Networking, 21(3), 205–209.
Pearce, L. (2018). Getting the most out of social media. Nursing Standard, 32(26), 22–24.
Physical and Psychosocial Effects of Social Media on Seniors
Parida, V., Mostaghel, R., & Oghazi, P. (2016). Factors for elderly use of social media for health-related activities. Psychology & Marketing, 33912, 1134–1141.
Weiderhold, B. K. (2016). How to market use of social media to improve older adults’ health. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, 19(12), 695.